Amazon Echo vs Echo Dot : What is the difference ?

What is the difference between Amazon Echo & Echo Dot?

With introduction of Amazon’s All New Echo Dot you will be eager to know the major differences in between Amazon Echo Vs Echo Dot … Here is that I have prepared simple table showing the Major and Minor level differences between the two devices i.e. Amazon Echo & Amazon Echo Dot.

First Major advantage comes to my mind is that you can connect the Echo Dot to your high-quality home stereo system through a 3.5 mm audio cable or a Bluetooth speaker or the Wireless Headphones 🙂 Wow ! This eliminates the first drawback of Amazon Echo First Generation version where you can only play the Audio through its built-in speaker !!

So question is that Should I get the Echo or the Echo Dot ?

My Answer is that you should get Echo Dot .. Here is comparison for the same ….

What’s the Difference Between the Amazon Echo and Echo Dot?

Amazon Eco vs Eco Dot

Amazon Echo

Amazon Echo-Dot

Audio Jack

No

[Plays audio through its built-in speaker only]

3.5 mm Stereo Audio Output for use with external speakers

Audio

Built in Speakr for Voice feedback & Play Music

Built-in speaker for voice feedback when not connected to external speakers

Volume Control

Rotary Volume Control Dial

+ Buttons on Top

Microphone Array

7 nos

WiFi Connectivity

Dual-band Wi-Fi supports 802.11 a/b/g/n (2.4 and 5 GHz) networks

Bluetooth Connectivity

Yes, but only to your device for playback and not to other Bludetooth speaker or stereo system

Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) support

Possible to connect to other Bluetooth speakers or Stereo

Hardware

Improved speech processor

Software

ESP (Echo Spatial Perception)

Connect multiple Echo devices (Echo or Dot) in the same space without interference

Activation

Hands-free activation through a wake word

Directional mic holes

Tiny Circles

Tiny Slots

Power indicator light

Yes

No

Power

Wall Plug

Small USB wall adapter

System Requirements

Ready to connect to your Wi-Fi. The Alexa App is compatible with Fire OS, Android, and iOS devices and also accessible via your web browser. Certain skills and services may require subscription or other fees.

FAQ’s New Echo Dot

Do I Need An Amazon Echo To Use The Dot?

No it is independent of Echo First Generation

How to turn on echo dot ?

Plug the power adapter into the power outliet, other end of micro USB goes into the Echo Dot. Now you can see that the light ring on Echo Dot turning blue, and then orange. When the light turns orange, Alexa greets you. Remember that using low power USB power adapters, like phone chargers, may not provide enough power to your Echo Dot.

How to connect echo dot to wifi ?

Select Connect, after successful connection to Wi-Fi network, you will get a confirmation message on the app.

You’re now ready to use Alexa.

How can I connect my Echo Dot to my Music System ?

You can connect your Echo Dot to your stereo with Bluetooth pairing or direct audio cable

Does The Echo Dot Work With The Echo Remote ?

Yes, you can trigger commands via the remote

Can I Control Smarthome Products With The Echo Dot ?

Any smartphome product you can control via the Echo can be controlled just as seamlessly by the Echo Dot

How to listen to what Amazon Echo has ever recorded you saying ?

For software learning, echo will need to store your voice commands in limited manner, on the device as well as on Amazon’s servers. Now to review your old recordings on Echo, open the Alexa app and then visit the History section of the Settings menu. Tap on the entry you’d like to review and then tap the Play icon to listen to the recording ! Now if you want to delete the entry, simply select it and hit Delete.

How to deregister echo dot ?

When you are selling or returning your Alexa device, you will have to deregister the device from your Amazon account. Steps to be followed to deregister alexa echo dot are –

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